GEN JOHN A LOGAN ATTENDANCE CNTR

Gen John A Logan Attendance Cntr is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Murphysboro CUSD 186 school district, located in Murphysboro, IL with about 417 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 30 teachers, Gen John A Logan Attendance Cntr has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The John A. Logan Attendance Center, located at 320 Watson Rd in Murphysboro, Illinois, serves as a specialized educational facility within the Murphysboro Community Unit School District 186. Unlike a traditional K-12 campus, this site is primarily focused on providing alternative learning environments and support services. It is designed to meet the unique academic and behavioral needs of students who require a more individualized approach to their education than what is typically offered in a standard classroom setting.

The center emphasizes a supportive, structured environment aimed at helping students remain engaged in their studies and stay on track toward graduation. By utilizing smaller class sizes and specialized instruction, the staff at the John A. Logan Attendance Center work to address academic gaps, promote social-emotional growth, and prepare students for successful transitions back into their home schools or into post-secondary life. The facility plays a vital role in the district’s commitment to ensuring that all students, regardless of their personal or academic challenges, have access to a meaningful and consistent education.

For more information, contact Gen John A Logan Attendance Cntr at (618) 684-4471 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.